17 things every man should know

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Friday Rant

How can a man get to know his wife better? From knowing your wife’s love language to knowing her stress triggers, Doug shares 17 things every man should know about his wife. Plus – The Friday Rant!

How can a man get to know his wife better? From knowing your wife’s love language to knowing her stress triggers, Doug shares 17 things every man should know about his wife. Plus – The Friday Rant!

Marriage Unhindered is a sincere exploration of the joys and challenges within the realm of marriage. Hosted by the seasoned Doug Hinderer, this one-hour, caller-based show is scheduled to air every Saturday from 11am – 12pm CT, and will offer listeners an authentic journey into the complexities of marital relationships.

Marriage Unhindered is a sincere exploration of the joys and challenges within the realm of marriage. Hosted by the seasoned Doug Hinderer, this one-hour, caller-based show is scheduled to air every Saturday from 11am – 12pm CT, and will offer listeners an authentic journey into the complexities of marital relationships.

Marriage Unhindered

17 Things Every Man Should Know

Dr. Brad Wilcox

Good and bad news for marriage

Why are marriages getting stronger?

5 Pillars of a strong marriage

Break 2

Community and cash

Impact of divorce on children

Sociologist Dr. Brad Wilcox joins Doug to discuss the state of marriage in the U.S.

 

 

 

Resources:

Brad Wilcox

https://ifstudies.org/about-us/brad-wilcox

Sociologist Dr. Brad Wilcox joins Doug to discuss the state of marriage in the U.S.
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Resources:
Brad Wilcox
<a href="https://ifstudies.org/about-us/brad-wilcox">https://ifstudies.org/about-us/brad-wilcox</a>

Good News for Marriage

Wife is not open to becoming Catholic

Discouragement in your marriage

Red flags 

Give a hug without a reason

Do the problems in your marriage seem insurmountable? Today, Doug continues his discussion on discouragement and despair in marriage.

 

Listener questions and comments:
Alexander - How do I convince my wife to become Catholic? (3:05)
Colby - I want to recommend that Alexander looks into the Byzantine rite of the Catholic Church. (16:47)
David - What do you do if you were raised in an all-male family and environment but you need to relate to your wife? (19:42)

 

Resources:

 

Catholic Therapists

https://catholictherapists.com/

 

Catholic Psychotherapy

https://catholicpsychotherapy.org/

Do the problems in your marriage seem insurmountable? Today, Doug continues his discussion on discouragement and despair in marriage.
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Listener questions and comments:
<ul>
<li>Alexander - How do I convince my wife to become Catholic? (3:05)</li>
<li>Colby - I want to recommend that Alexander looks into the Byzantine rite of the Catholic Church. (16:47)</li>
<li>David - What do you do if you were raised in an all-male family and environment but you need to relate to your wife? (19:42)</li>
</ul>
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Resources:
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Catholic Therapists
<a href="https://catholictherapists.com/">https://catholictherapists.com/</a>
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Catholic Psychotherapy
<a href="https://catholicpsychotherapy.org/">https://catholicpsychotherapy.org/</a>

Avoid the Trap of Discouragement (Part 2)

Avoiding Discouragement 

Defining Discouragement

Break 2 

How to navigate my divorce 

Friday rant 

Doug takes calls from listeners struggling with discouragement, resentment, and distance in long-term marriages. He offers guidance on staying faithful to your vows and finding hope when relationships feel strained. Plus, the Friday rant! 

 

Listener questions and comments:
Jennifer – My marriage is in despair after 31 years, and my husband is distant and sleeping separately. How do I stay faithful to my vows when things feel so broken? (07:18)
Luara – After 31 years of marriage, I am starting to feel resentment. How do I remember and live out my vows? (19:32)
Tom – I am divorced after 13 years of marriage and have tried therapy multiple times. How do I find healing and move forward? (34:25)

 

Resources:

https://spiritualdirection.com/2026/02/01/avoiding-the-trap-of-discouragement

https://www.forgivenessinstitutekc.com/ 

Doug takes calls from listeners struggling with discouragement, resentment, and distance in long-term marriages. He offers guidance on staying faithful to your vows and finding hope when relationships feel strained. Plus, the Friday rant!&nbsp;
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Listener questions and comments:
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<li data-section-id="wiqj2m" data-start="329" data-end="510">Jennifer &ndash; My marriage is in despair after 31 years, and my husband is distant and sleeping separately. How do I stay faithful to my vows when things feel so broken? (07:18)</li>
<li data-section-id="1n03czc" data-start="511" data-end="636">Luara &ndash; After 31 years of marriage, I am starting to feel resentment. How do I remember and live out my vows? (19:32)</li>
<li data-section-id="zqvvv3" data-start="637" data-end="778">Tom &ndash; I am divorced after 13 years of marriage and have tried therapy multiple times. How do I find healing and move forward? (34:25)</li>
</ul>
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Resources:
<a href="https://spiritualdirection.com/2026/02/01/avoiding-the-trap-of-discouragement">https://spiritualdirection.com/2026/02/01/avoiding-the-trap-of-discouragement</a>
<a href="https://www.forgivenessinstitutekc.com/">https://www.forgivenessinstitutekc.com/</a>&nbsp;

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